Jacob Park, who started this season as Iowa State's starting quarterback, has asked to be released from the program. Park went on indefinite leave in October, citing a struggle to balance football, school and fatherhood.

Ivan Maisel, Chris Low and Adam Rittenberg react to Matt Campbell's extension with Iowa State and discuss why Campbell staying with the Cyclones may be the biggest upset of the coaching carousel season.

Mitch Sherman ESPN Staff Writer

Iowa State locked up coach Matt Campbell on Monday with a new six-year deal worth $3.5 million annually, up from $2.1 million. Campbell, in his second season, guided the Cyclones to seven wins, including victories over Oklahoma and TCU. The former Toledo coach had said repeatedly that he planned to stay in Ames. ISU also announced that it would increase the money paid to Campbell assistants by $1 million annually.

Iowa State running back David Montgomery insists he feels great and is ready for Kansas State on Saturday after he suffered an ankle injury in the Cyclones' victory last week against Baylor.

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Pringle leads Big 12 standouts

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The fun didn't stop for K-State's Byron Pringle on Saturday, as he racked up four scores en route to the conference's offensive award. Texas' Gary Johnson earned a nod on defense, with a pair of Cyclones rounding out the group.

Allen Lazard became Iowa State's career receiving leader with a touchdown catch and the Cyclones clinched a winning conference record for the first time since 2000 with their 23-13 victory at Baylor on Saturday.

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Iowa State's Montgomery shaken up after big hit (1:21)

Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer

Iowa State is now two wins away from tying the school record for victories in a season with nine.